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So as the partial restoration continues, I am looking for advice or opinions on switching to electronic ignition from points, is it worth the money, is it way more reliable? Thanks!!
scott
Has anything with electronics changed since 1977?
Is this the '74 R90/6 you posted about last month?
There are a number of electronic ignitions out there. I run the Dyna III in my /7. I've had good luck with it, though did have to replace it many years back. One consideration on it is that it uses the stock advance unit but replaces the points will Hall sensors. There is a Boyer system as well as crank-mounted ignition systems that can provide more consistent timing.
If you want to stay with points, consider adding what's called a points booster. I'm not totally familiar with all aspects, but it basically (I think) reduces the current running across the points and thus reduces the wear of the points surface. You will still have to monitor the rubbing block on the points assembly as that will still wear over time.
Once again, thanks for all the great replies! I think I am going electronic, just deciding on which one.
scott